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September 26, 2025
Santa Catarina hosts 29th International Film Festival Showcasing 78 Films from Across 11 Countries
The 29th Florianopolis Audiovisual Mercosur International Film Festival (FAM 2025) concluded in Santa Catarina, featuring 78 selected films from 1,214 submissions across 11 countries. Awards included Best Feature-Length Documentary for Angela Carabali’s Sone Su Nombre and Best Short Film for La Falta by Carmela Sandberg. Alongside screenings, the festival hosted the 9th Mercosur Co-Production Meeting, facilitating 333 business meetings, strengthening regional cinema, and promoting international audiovisual collaboration.
Santa Catarina recently wrapped up the 29th edition of the Florianopolis Audiovisual Mercosur International Film Festival (FAM 2025), a cinematic celebration that showcased the vibrant diversity of filmmaking from across the globe. The festival, held in the beautiful state of Santa Catarina, proved to be a resounding success, attracting filmmakers, industry professionals, and film enthusiasts alike.
This year’s FAM featured a curated selection of 78 films, chosen from a staggering 1,214 submissions originating from 11 different countries. The sheer volume of submissions highlights the festival's growing reputation as a significant platform for filmmakers, particularly those within the Mercosur region and beyond. The selected films spanned a wide range of genres and styles, offering audiences a rich tapestry of stories and perspectives.
Among the standout films recognized at the festival's awards ceremony were Angela Carabali’s "Sone Su Nombre," which took home the coveted Best Feature-Length Documentary award. The film captivated audiences with its compelling narrative and insightful exploration of its subject matter. In the short film category, Carmela Sandberg's "La Falta" emerged as the winner, impressing the jury with its artistic merit and impactful storytelling.
Beyond the film screenings, FAM 2025 also played a crucial role in fostering collaboration and growth within the audiovisual industry. The festival hosted the 9th Mercosur Co-Production Meeting, a vital event designed to connect filmmakers with potential partners and investors. This year's meeting facilitated an impressive 333 business meetings, providing a fertile ground for new projects and collaborations to take root.
The Mercosur Co-Production Meeting serves as a catalyst for strengthening regional cinema by connecting filmmakers from different countries within the Mercosur trade bloc and beyond. By facilitating these connections, the festival actively promotes international audiovisual collaboration, contributing to the development of a more interconnected and dynamic film industry. FAM 2025 not only entertained audiences with compelling films but also solidified its position as a key driver of growth and collaboration within the Latin American and international film landscape.
This year’s FAM featured a curated selection of 78 films, chosen from a staggering 1,214 submissions originating from 11 different countries. The sheer volume of submissions highlights the festival's growing reputation as a significant platform for filmmakers, particularly those within the Mercosur region and beyond. The selected films spanned a wide range of genres and styles, offering audiences a rich tapestry of stories and perspectives.
Among the standout films recognized at the festival's awards ceremony were Angela Carabali’s "Sone Su Nombre," which took home the coveted Best Feature-Length Documentary award. The film captivated audiences with its compelling narrative and insightful exploration of its subject matter. In the short film category, Carmela Sandberg's "La Falta" emerged as the winner, impressing the jury with its artistic merit and impactful storytelling.
Beyond the film screenings, FAM 2025 also played a crucial role in fostering collaboration and growth within the audiovisual industry. The festival hosted the 9th Mercosur Co-Production Meeting, a vital event designed to connect filmmakers with potential partners and investors. This year's meeting facilitated an impressive 333 business meetings, providing a fertile ground for new projects and collaborations to take root.
The Mercosur Co-Production Meeting serves as a catalyst for strengthening regional cinema by connecting filmmakers from different countries within the Mercosur trade bloc and beyond. By facilitating these connections, the festival actively promotes international audiovisual collaboration, contributing to the development of a more interconnected and dynamic film industry. FAM 2025 not only entertained audiences with compelling films but also solidified its position as a key driver of growth and collaboration within the Latin American and international film landscape.
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